Young activists call on Biden administration to declare climate emergency
Activists say a formal declaration would allow the US to end oil exports or funnel more federal dollars toward renewable ...
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Reflections from an American teen at COP28: A wisp of hope arises out of the smog in Dubai
Will Charouhis, a 17-year-old climate activist from Miami, took part in the United Nations climate conference in the UAE.
Pollution from coal power plants contributes to far more deaths than scientists realized, study shows
Pollutants from the plants were associated with nearly half a million premature deaths of elderly Americans from 1999 to 2020.
Real or artificial? A forestry scientist explains how to choose the most sustainable Christmas tree, no matter what it’s made of
There are advantages and disadvantages to both cut trees and artificial trees.
Time is running out: Floridians must have a real conversation on climate change
Renewables like wind and solar need to be a larger percentage of utilities’ energy generating portfolio
The pope appeals for our good will on climate
Noting that the world is 'nearing a breaking point,' Pope Francis condemned climate denial and called for urgent climate action.
Florida rejects federal funding meant to reduce tailpipe emissions; state considers easing Keys growth limits
The Florida Department of Transportation secretary turned down $320 million, arguing federal officials overstepped their authority.
Lifestyle changes needed to truly cut carbon emissions
Changes that cut emissions could include avoiding cruises, which burn about 560,000 gallons of fuel per day.
Why some experts say COPs are ‘distracting’ and need fixing
Critics say the annual UN conferences on climate change have outlived their usefulness and are due for an overhaul.
Climate change affecting bird migration; feds touting tougher building codes to reduce carbon emissions
Bird sightings may be like canaries in a coal mine, providing early warning signals of climate change.